WIN an ALL EXPENSES PAID GOLF TRIP TO THAILAND
VALUED AT $25,000!!
Including:
- Flights
- 5 Star Accommodation
- 4 Rounds of Golf at Premier Courses
- All Meals
- Drinks (yes alcohol included)
- Massages
- And More….
Welcome to Golfies
“The most fun I have ever had on a golf course is playing as a team in match play format. The competitiveness, the high fives and fist bumps, that look to your partner that says we're still in this when we are 1 down with 2 to play, the text message banter and phone calls, firing each other up and talking strategy... we describe this feeling as a money can't buy experience. We want to share this experience with as many golfers in the community as we possibly can. Quite simply, this is how Golfies was born”
Tee off on an unforgettable journey with a mate in the ultimate amateur Ambrose golf tournament, where camaraderie meets competition.
Register to play the Golfies Tournament and you will be challenging other amateur golfers in your city to an epic matchplay tournament of 2 person teams Ambrose golf.
All you have to do is win 8 matches to win entry into the Grand Final and an all-expenses paid golf trip of a lifetime to Thailand.
The Journey
- Grab a mate
- Register Your Details
- Access your Member Benefits
- Tournament Begins (Sept 1st)
- Schedule and play your matches
- If you lose a match in the first 2 rounds you go into the 2nd chance draw
- 2nd Chance draw winners win a major prize
- Win 8 matches in the main draw and you progress to the Grand Final
- Grand Finalists are jetting off for an all-expenses paid Golf Trip of a lifetime in Thailand
How it's Works
Join in the Fun
Grab a mate and register your team for the 2025-'26 Golfies Tournament. Entry Fee is $159 per person.
Create Your Team
Create your 2-player team of men, women or mixed.
All players must have an official
golf handicap and 3 registered handicapped rounds in the last 12 months.
Only one team member can have a handicap lower than 5.
Two reserve players can be nominated to support your team throughout the tournament.
Access Your Member Benefits
As a Golfies member you will receive free gifts or discounts from our sponsors and partners, special offers to retailers and monthly prize giveaways and competitions.
Check Your Draw
Once registrations are closed, Golfies will create your tournament draw with the closest teams registered
in your area. You will be provided with your opponent's contact details to schedule your first match.
Tournament Begins
The tournament will begin on September 1st. If you lose a match in the first 2 rounds, you will enter into
the 2nd chance draw.
Winning team of the 2nd chance draw wins a Major Prize.
Schedule & Play your Matches
Matches must be scheduled with your opponents and played within a 4 week period per match.
Eg First Match must be played between September 1st - September 28th.
The Home team gets to decide where the match is played.
Win the Golf Trip of a lifetime
Win just 8 matches and your team are off to the Grand final on a 6 day all expenses paid golf trip to Thailand.
Including flights, accommodations, food, drink, 4 rounds of golf, entertainment and more...
Valued at $25,000 per team!!
Tournament Schedule 2025/26
Main Comp Draw 2025-26
| Round 1 | Sept 1 – Sept 28 | 4 weeks |
| Round 2 | Sept 29 – Oct 26 | 4 weeks |
| Round 3 | Oct 27 – Nov 23 | 4 weeks |
| Round 4 | Nov 24 – Dec 21 | 4 weeks |
| Round 5 | Dec 22 – Jan 25 | 5 weeks |
| Round 6 | Jan 26 – Feb 22 | 4 weeks |
| Round 7 | Feb 23 – Mar 22 | 4 weeks |
| Round 8 | Mar 23 – Apr 19 | 4 weeks |
Winners from the main draw win an all-expenses paid golf trip of a lifetime to Thailand.
2nd Chance Draw 2025-26
| Round 1 | Sept 29 – Oct 26 | 4 weeks |
| Round 2 | Oct 27 – Nov 23 | 4 weeks |
| Round 3 | Nov 24 – Dec 21 | 4 weeks |
| Round 4 | Dec 22 – Jan 25 | 5 weeks |
| Round 5 | Jan 26 – Feb 22 | 4 weeks |
| Round 6 | Feb 23 – Mar 22 | 4 weeks |
| Round 7 | Mar 23 – Apr 19 | 4 weeks |
| Round 8 | Apr 20 – May 17 | 4 weeks |
Winners from the 2nd Chance Draw win a Major Prize
Golf Trip of a lifetime in Thailand
Rules
Age Restriction
All players, including reserves, competing in the Golfies Tournament must be 18 years or older.
Ambrose Match Play
The tournament follows a 2-person Ambrose match play format. In Ambrose, both teammates (Player A & Player B) hit from the tee box. The team then selects the preferred tee shot, and the other player picks up their ball and drops it within a club length of the chosen ball. This process continues for each shot until the hole is completed.
8 Tee shots each
Each teammate must use a minimum of 8 tee shots over 18 holes. If the match ends before completing 18 holes, one player may use a maximum of 10 tee shots per round, after which the remaining tee shots must be taken by the other teammate. A breach of this rule results in the loss of the hole.
First ball must be played as it lies
When using Player A's ball, Player A must hit first, playing the ball as it lies without lifting it. Before hitting, Player A must place a marker near the ball. Player B may then place their ball within a club length of the marker, no closer to the hole and in the same course condition. A breach of this rule results in the loss of the hole.
Play balls from the same course conditions
Both balls must be played from the same course conditions. For example, if the chosen ball is in the rough, the second ball must also be played from the rough, even if a club length takes them back to the fairway. This rule applies to all areas of the course, including fairways, bunkers, and other terrains. A breach of this rule results in the loss of the hole.
Balls can be marked and lifted on the Putting Green
The first ball being played may only be marked, lifted, and cleaned on the putting green. When replacing the ball for the first putt, Player A must place a marker next to it. Player B must then place their ball as close as possible to the original ball’s position. The one club-length rule does not apply on the green. Note: The teammate whose ball you are using MUST still play first.
Only 1 teammate below 5 handicap
Each team may have only one player with a handicap of 4.9 or lower at the start of the tournament (September). The other player must have a handicap above 5. A team may have a second reserve player with a handicap under 5, but two players with handicaps below 5 may not play together at any time
Handicaps Capped at 26
Players with handicaps over 26 for both men and women are welcome to participate, but for integrity purposes, your handicap will be capped at 26 regardless of if it is higher.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone play the Golfies tournament?
To play the Golfies tournament, each team member must have a current golf handicap with Golf Australia. Maximum handicap is 26. If your handicap is above 26, you can still play, but for integrity purposes you will be allocated a 26 handicap.
You should also be located within 150km of the major cities the tournaments are running: Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Adelaide and Perth.
If you are outside 150km of the city, please contact us to check if you are eligible to enter.
Which Cities are the Golfies Tournaments Running?
The Golfies tournaments will be operating in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane/Gold Coast, Adelaide and Perth. Spots are limited so get in quick!
If you live outside 150km from these cities, please contact us before registering for the tournament.
Where will my opponents be located?
You will be matched with opponents that are closest to your local area first (Your team location is set by the golf club you nominate during registration). Maximum distance will be 150km from the city.
Which courses do we play at?
The “Home” team gets to decide which course the match is played at. The Golfies app will use an algorithm to select the home and away teams fairly. You do not need to play on your home course if you don’t want to or are unable to schedule the match there.
Do we have to pay green fees?
Yes, if you are not a member at the golf club, you will need to pay green fees as usual.
How do we keep score?
Both team captains will use the Golfies App for scoring after each hole.
You will enter the total score and which teammate’s ball was used for the tee shot for both teams.
This will ensure your scores and tee shots match and it will alert you if there is a discrepancy. (the app will adjust the nett score automatically using the handicaps and display the match score and how many tee shots each player has used to keep track.)
What is included in the Thailand golf trip for the winners?
The Golf trip of a lifetime will ensure players receive the royal treatment from the time they step off the plane. Including:
* Flights
* Luxury airport transfers
* 5-Star accommodation
* 4 rounds of golf on some of the best golf courses in Thailand
* Amazing prizes
* All food and drinks (including alcohol)
* Entertainment and activities
* The experience of a lifetime
Valued at $25,000 per team!
How is my teams handicap calculated?
Your teams’ handicap will be calculated on the Golfies scoring app using your daily handicaps from Golf Australia.
You will be required to enter the par, slope and scratch rating for the tees you are playing from prior to tee off (ask the proshop to confirm).
The formula used to calculate your Daily Handicap is:
(GA Handicap x (Slope Rating÷ 113) + (Scratch Rating – Par)) x 0.93.
Once the app has calculated your individual daily handicaps, your team handicap is calculated by adding the sum of your daily handicaps and dividing by 4 (rounded to the nearest whole number). Eg 10 handicap and 18 handicap. Team handicap will be 10 + 18 = 28 divided by 4 = 7 handicap for your team.
For the match handicaps, the team with the lowest handicap will go back to zero and their opponents will be deducted the same amount.
eg
Team A has a handicap of 4.
Team B has a handicap of 10.
Team A will go to 0 (4-4).
Team B will go to 6 (10-4).
Team B will have 6 shots on the first 6 indexed match play holes (the Golfies app will calculate this for you).
Dont worry if this is confusing, the app will do all the calculations for you.
Can we form a team using 2 low handicap players?
Teams can only have 1 player under handicap of 5 (4.9 or below). The other player must be over 5 handicap at the start of the tournament. Teams may have another reserve player under 5 handicap but the 2 players under 5 handicap may not play together at any time.
If both teammates’ handicaps fall below 5 following registration and prior to the tournament starting, and you are unable to participate or do not want to use a reserve player, you may request a full refund.
What if my partner is unavailable to play?
Two reserve players can be nominated to support your team throughout the tournament.
You can use either of your reserve players and they can change as long as they have not been used throughout the season.
You will need to add them to your profile with their golf links number at least 24 hours prior to your match.
Which tees do we play from?
You can play from whichever tees you all agree on (All men must play from the same tees). Women can play from the forward tees if they wish. You will just need to enter the tees and the slope, scratch and par ratings for those tees into the Golfies app before you start play and your handicaps will be adjusted accordingly
Ensure you confirm with the pro shop for the slope, scratch and par ratings.
The Story Behind Golfies
G’day! We’re Paul and Tim – best mates since high school and the founders of Golfies. With over 40 years of combined business experience between us, we’ve created something that brings together everything we love: golf, mateship, unforgettable experiences, and a healthy dose of competition.
Our Journey
We joined a golf club together back in 2020, and our friendship – along with our passion for the game – has only grown stronger since. Our handicaps? Well, let’s just say they’ve plateaued a bit, but that’s never stopped us from trying.
More Than Just a Game
For us, the magic of golf extends far beyond the scorecard. It's about:
- Getting outside for a few hours in the fresh air
- Walking the fairways with good mates
- Catching up on life between shots
- Sharing a few well-earned beers after the round
The Birth of Golfies
Golf Adventures
The Ultimate Prize
Join the Journey
See You on the Course, Happy golfing!